Dear Islandhoppers, 2026 is shaping up to be a year full of exciting new adventures! For the bold and the curious among you: Starting next year, Islandhopping is heading to Incredible India! Imagine a journey like no other - bursting with vibrant colors, rich culture, soulful spirituality and breathtaking nature. India is not just a destination; it's a transformative experience that touches the heart and stays with you. Looking for postcard-perfect landscapes, mouthwatering italian cuisine and a week aboard a majestic three-masted sailing ship? Then say "Si" to our Sail & Cycle Tuscany tour - your ticket to a generous helping of dolce vita! Discover the rolling hills of the Tuscan coast and the magical islands of Elba and Giglio. Calling all off-road enthusiasts! Ready to swap your office chair for a bike saddle, your routine for island bliss and asphalt for singletrack trails? Then our MTB & Sail through Dalmatia's National Parks might be just your thing! This is not an extreme downhill challenge, but the perfect adventure for mountain bike lovers who dream of life at sea, kicking up a bit of dust and soaking in the Mediterranean vibe. The better you're prepared, the more relaxed your ride! To help you find the trip that suits you best, we've worked hard behind the scenes to make our cycling tours even easier to understand. Over the past few months, we've revamped our rating system - clearly categorizing each trip into one of five difficulty levels based on objective criteria like distance, elevation, road surface, traffic and infrastructure. Now you'll know exactly what to expect. Are you (back) on board? We can't wait to welcome you!Your Islandhopping Team
Ready to set sail for the 2026 season Can you hardly wait for your next Islandhopping experience? And would you like to get a quick overview of our wide range of trips by bike and boat? Our trips for 2026 are now available online and bookable. Secure your place on board now. All travel dates for 2026
NEW 2026: Highlights of India Namaste, Two-Wheeled World Travelers! We’ve officially added some extra spice to the mix! For the bold and curious among you: Starting in 2026, you can explore the highlights of India with Islandhopping! Picture an adventure of a lifetime, filled with vibrant colors, rich culture, and breathtaking nature. A once-in-a-lifetime journey brimming with spirituality, sights, sounds, smells, and tastes - India is a feast for all your senses! Everything about the Trip
2026: Back in the program Pedal & Pasta: Islandhopping through Tuscany! Are you ready to cycle through picture-perfect landscapes, taste the finest Italian food, and spend your vacation week aboard a majestic three-masted sailboat? Our popular Sailing & Cycling Tour in Tuscany is back, promising a hefty dose of dolce vita! Everything about the trip MTB & Boat in Croatia – Trail Fun with a Sea Breeze! Attention off-road fans! Let Croatia’s natural wonders, roaring waterfalls, Mediterranean landscapes, and countless ‘wow’ moments captivate you on our MTB & Boat tour through the national parks of Dalmatia! Everything about the trip
New Ships - Welcome on Board! Our fleet is growing! In 2025, we will be welcoming three new ships: the First-Class Ship BELLEZZA will cruise between Dubrovnik and Split through the southern Dalmatian islands in Croatia. The Deluxe Ship MILO M heads for the legendary Lycian Coast in Turkey. And with the ANTIGUA, another impressive sailing ship offers you the opportunity to discover the Öresund between Denmark and Sweden by bike and boat Bellezza Southern Dalmatian islands with charm and incomparable comfort Read more Milo M Discover the Lycian Coast on a majestic two-masted yacht Read more Antigua Your tall ship for unforgettable sailing bliss in Scandinavia Rread more
NEW: Requirements & Individual Cycling Vacation on Two Wheels – Tailored to 5 Levels Whether a tour is perceived as strenuous or rather easy is highly subjective and cannot be predicted across the board. Many factors influence personal perception—such as the choice of bike (with or without electric assistance), individual fitness, daily form, and personal sensitivity to temperature. To still provide you with some guidance, we have revised our tour difficulty levels, focusing primarily on the nature of the routes. Starting in 2025, selected tours will offer you the option to either ride with your guides or explore the cycling routes at your own pace. If you prefer to travel alone instead of with a group, you can cycle the tours independently. For orientation purposes, we provide you with access to the RideWithGPS route app for your smartphone, a detailed cycle map and GPS tracks. About Our Requirement
Last Call for Adventurers! What could be better than a spontaneous escape into the endless blue? Following the motto “a quick getaway, lasting happiness”, we’re offering all last-minute Islandhopping fans a 25% discount per person on selected travel dates in Croatia and Greece. This discount applies to the trips listed below for all dates marked with - 25% Discount:
Extend your Islandhopping Holiday! Would you like to spend a few more days immersing yourself in your travel destination before or after your Islandhopping trip? Islandhopping is pleased to offer you individual additional nights near to its ports of embarkation and disembarkation as well as multi-day extension programs. Carefully selected accommodation as well as fantastic pre-organized, varied activities are curated by Islandhopping to allow you to get to know further regions and different sides of the country you’re visiting. Extension Programs in Greece NEW: Extension Program Meteora Would you like to spend a few extra days at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora and would you like a program that offers both pre-organized activities and free time to discover the Greek mainland on your own? Then we recommend our three-day extension program in Meteora. This includes travel to Meteora, two nights in a hotel in the center of Kalabaka or in the village of Kastraki, a varied treasure hunt in Kalabaka and a guided activity of your choice to explore the world-famous Meteora rocks and monasteries. Read more Extension Program Corfu Are you travelling to Greece? For all journeys departing from Corfu, we offer a 3-day extension program in Corfu Town, which can be booked either before or after your Islandhopping tour. This includes transfers and two nights’ accommodation with breakfast. You can also choose from one of three guided activities. Read more Extension Program Athen If your trip starts in Athens then we recommend our 3-day additional program in the Greek capital for a true all-round experience in the city of seemingly countless possibilities. Transfers are included as well as two overnight stays in a hotel in the city centre, a guided bike tour through Athens, entrance to the Acropolis, and dinner at a typical Greek tavern. Read more Extension Program Santorini All Islandhopping tours starting and ending in Athens can also be combined with our 4-day additional program on Santorini. The queen of the Aegean enchants with its breathtaking caldera and colorful cliffs. Included in the program are transfers, three overnight stays in a boutique hotel with breakfast and the choice between a sea kayak tour or a sunset wine tour. Read more Extension Meteora Extension Corfu Extension Athen Extension Santorini Extension Programs in Croatia Extension Program Zagreb If you are travelling to the Kvarner Bay or Istria, you can extend your Croatian holiday with our 2-day extension program in Zagreb. Take the opportunity and explore the multifaceted Croatian capital! The additional program includes transfers, hotel accommodation, a city tour and dinner in a typical konoba. Read more Our Extension Program in Turkey Extension Program Istanbul For all tours departing from Turkey, we offer a 4-day extension program in Istanbul. The cosmopolitan city on the Bosporus lies in both Asia and Europe and is one of the most exciting metropolises of all! The additional program includes transfers, three nights in a hotel, a boat trip on the Bosporus, a 2-day guided cultural tour, entrance to the Hagia Sofia, and dinner in a local restaurant. Read more
